Detonator: meaning, definitions and examples
💣
detonator
[ dɪˈtɒneɪtə ]
explosive devices
A detonator is a device used to trigger an explosive device, typically by means of a timing mechanism or remote control. It is designed to safely and efficiently initiate the detonation process.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The bomb squad carefully removed the detonator from the explosive device.
- The terrorist had a remote detonator to set off the bomb from a safe distance.
electronics
In electronics, a detonator is a component that is used to initiate a chemical reaction or release energy in a controlled manner. It is commonly used in circuits to protect against overvoltage or overcurrent conditions.
Synonyms
circuit breaker, fuse, protective device
Examples of usage
- The circuit includes a detonator to prevent damage from power surges.
- The detonator automatically cuts off power when the voltage exceeds the limit.
Translations
Translations of the word "detonator" in other languages:
🇵🇹 detonador
🇮🇳 विस्फोटक यंत्र
🇩🇪 Zünder
🇮🇩 detonator
🇺🇦 детонатор
🇵🇱 detonator
🇯🇵 起爆装置 (きばくそうち)
🇫🇷 détonateur
🇪🇸 detonador
🇹🇷 detonatör
🇰🇷 뇌관
🇸🇦 مفجر
🇨🇿 detonátor
🇸🇰 detonátor
🇨🇳 雷管 (léiguǎn)
🇸🇮 detonator
🇮🇸 sprengja
🇰🇿 детонатор
🇬🇪 დეტონატორი
🇦🇿 detonator
🇲🇽 detonador
Etymology
The word 'detonator' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the Latin word 'detonare' which means 'to thunder down'. It was first used in the context of explosive devices and later extended to electronics to refer to a component that triggers a reaction. The development of detonators played a crucial role in the advancement of mining, construction, and military technologies.
See also: detonating, detonation, detonations.